Skeff cocktail menu — like a fine play all of its own

Thu, Jul 21, 2022

In the same way that good drama is built on a fair dollop of conflict between central characters, the same could be said of a good cocktail, especially when you're enjoying one or three during the Galway season.

The juxtaposition of different characters that frequent our streets in these heady days of early summer, could easily be matched to the ingredients in the great array of cocktails that are available in the city at the moment.

The class of ‘82

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

One hundred and sixty years ago, in 1862, the Jesuits opened the doors of St Ignatius' College on Sea Road for the first time. They also opened a community residence and a church at the same time. To take on such an ambitious building project at a time when the economic state of the country was so bad took courage and vision.

Britain washed its hands of the Irish landlord class

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

After World War I the remnants of the Anglo Irish landlord class, found themselves marooned in a new, more democratic social world which some of them resented as plutocratic and vulgar.

Long Covid – help is at hand

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Most people who get Covid-19 get better very quickly. Some people continue to experience symptoms, and even have other symptoms develop in the weeks and sometimes months following their infection. This is commonly referred to as long Covid. Some of the more common long Covid symptoms include a lasting cough, fatigue, aches and pains, brain fog, loss of taste, loss of sense of smell, and insomnia.

Current treatments for long Covid currently focus on managing the symptoms and improving quality of life. One recommended treatment for long Covid is hyperbaric oxygenation. Users of hyperbaric oxygenation are reporting relief for a wide range of long Covid symptoms. They are reporting better quality sleep, more energy, relief from pain, improved sense of smell and/or taste, and improved concentration after a series of sessions. Hyperbaric oxygenation is proven to help reduce inflammation, encourage new blood vessel growth, and stem cell production.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can help you transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

It controls the results from your diet and exercise. It does not matter how good you are with your food and exercise, metabolism faults severely limit your results and cause the stubborn fat on your stomach, hips, thighs and back of arms. A good metabolism means you can lose up to three pounds of real fat each week – almost one stone per month.

Give your garden a new look with Colourfence

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Have you spent a lot of time in your garden recently? Is it in need of a facelift?

Ready for those summer mishaps

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Summer holidays are in full swing, and sun burned arms and grazed knees are inevitable, but it’s never been easier to be prepared.

Here are the backpack essentials for parents, no matter where they are going.

Eight NUI Galway students awarded Gaisce gold medals

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Eight students from NUI Galway are among the inspirational young people to receive the Gaisce Gold Award in this year's Gaisce Awards. The medals were presented by President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, recently in recognition of their civic engagement and personal development.

Prestigious NUI Galway MBA programme to mark fifty years

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

NUI Galway’s AMBA and AACSB accredited MBA programme will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year.

Marie McCarthy, deputy village director, Center Parcs Longford Forest, Ireland, reflects on her MBA experience: “Undertaking the NUI Galway Executive MBA has proven to be one of the best decisions I have made, both from a personal and professional perspective," she says.

Stock up your freezer for some cool summer treats

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

From yummy breakfasts and healthy snacks to delicious lunch options and cool down treats, the frozen food experts at Green Isle have teamed up with ambassador Derval O’Rourke and put together a range of summer inspired recipes that are quick, easy, and full of goodness for all the family to enjoy, including little ones.

Traversing the Banana Pancake Trail

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

BY AISLING COWLEY
After months of researching potential destinations and planning my trip to Southeast Asia, I came across the ‘Banana Pancake Trail’. The banana pancake trail received its name from the inexpensive banana pancakes that are served at street markets throughout Southeast Asia and are so popular with backpackers in particular.

Discover Andalucia with a guided tour

Thu, Jul 14, 2022

Experience the world differently with a guided tour. See the side of a destination few will discover by experiencing hidden gems revealed by those in the know.

A package tour of Andalucia, Gibraltar, Ronda, and Granada is hugely popular and always sells out very quickly, with good reason. The tour includes nine nights in the four-star Hotel Gran Cervantes, a fabulous hotel in central Torremolinos. It has stylish and comfortable accommodation and extensive facilities in a superb location, just 500 metres from the beach and next to the main shopping areas of the resort.

Want a career instead of a job? Begin an exciting career in IT Support with GRETB

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

The GRETB Training centre Mervue is currently recruiting for the IT Support Specialist Traineeship.

CAO announces 2022 offers schedule

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

The Central Applications Office (CAO) has confirmed that Round One offers for school leaving applicants will issue on Thursday, September 8, at 2pm. Round Two offers will follow on September 19 at 10am.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre now offering free lessons for Ukrainian refugees

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training Institute, now in its 35th year of business is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS/QQI and FETAC accreditation.

Stodge Face to officially launch their new Galway store

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Stodge Face will celebrate their official opening in Galway on Thursday, July 14. To mark the occasion they will have €1 doughnuts on sale from 1pm to 3pm (or until stocks last). Customers can also treat themselves to beautiful complimentary Badger & Dodo coffee to make their afternoon truly delicious.

Ashford Castle’s George V restaurant wins Best of Award of Excellence at prestigious global awards

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

In recognition of its exceptional wine cellar, which services all of the food outlets on the Ashford Castle Estate, the George V restaurant has been awarded a Best of Award of Excellence in one of the world’s most prestigious awards programmes, for a sixth consecutive year.

Wine Spectator's annual Restaurant Awards recognise restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers.

Kilcolgan native chosen as one of BIM’s 2022 Taste the Atlantic Young Chef Ambassador

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Rebecca Sweeney from Kilcogan, Co. Galway has been appointed as one of only five young chefs nationwide to Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM’s) Taste the Atlantic Young Chef Ambassador Programme for 2022.

Two in five people believe pandemic will never be fully over, says Ipsos survey for IPHA

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

Two in five people believe the Covid-19 pandemic will never be fully over, according to new research carried out by Ipsos for the Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association (IPHA).

The miracle of your metabolism for weight loss

Thu, Jul 07, 2022

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, I can help you transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day! Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

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